Ilta Savoyssa
Maija Vilkkumaa · 2007
107 min · 22 tracks · pop music
A vibrant blend of pop melodies and introspective lyrics that captures the essence of Finnish contemporary music.
Top tracks — play these first
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Mun elämä — This track exemplifies Vilkkumaa's signature storytelling style, intertwining personal experiences with broader themes of life and identity.
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Ei saa surettaa — The song stands out for its uplifting melody paired with a message about resilience, showcasing Vilkkumaa's knack for blending poignant lyrics with catchy hooks.
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Kesä — This track captures the essence of summer through vivid imagery and nostalgia, illustrating Vilkkumaa's skill in evoking emotions through her songwriting.
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Saaressa — Featuring a mesmerizing arrangement, this song highlights Vilkkumaa’s vocal range and emotional delivery, making it a memorable moment on the album.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- layered, dense sonic textures
- contemplative storytelling moments
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Ilta Savoyssa' was released in 2007, Maija Vilkkumaa had already established herself as a prominent figure in Finnish pop music with her previous albums. This album followed her breakthrough success, showcasing her ability to weave personal narratives into accessible pop songs, further solidifying her reputation in the Finnish music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Anna of the North· Tove Lo· Muna
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Totuutta ja tehtävää
The bridge shifts into a reflective tone that questions societal expectations while embracing individuality.
This transition not only deepens the song's thematic exploration but also invites listeners to engage with the idea of self-definition amidst external pressures.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Alkutarina 3:05
- 2 Hiuksissa hiekkaa 4:44
- 3 Mun elämä 6:02
- 4 Puisto puhuu 6:23
- 5 Totuutta ja tehtävää 5:56
- 6 Tähti 3:43
- 7 Kitarasoolo 5:43
- 8 Ei saa surettaa 5:53
- 9 Katu 3:36
Disc 2
- 1 Hei tie 4:31
- 2 Ei ikinä sun 3:25
- 3 Rumpusoolo 3:49
- 4 Kristiina 4:36
- 5 Liian kauan 7:29
- 6 Se ei olekaan niin 5:11
- 7 Bassosoolo 1:08
- 8 Ingalsin Laura 7:18
- 9 Saaressa 3:41
- 10 Pianosoolo 5:17
- 11 Ei 6:35
- 12 Kesä 4:05
- 13 Satumaa-tango 5:01
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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